Cancer Survivor Lives Strong

Germ cell cancer is the most rare form of testicular cancer. Only five to ten percent of men with testicular cancer have this particular kind of testicular cancer, including bicycle legend Lance Armstrong. Piano Performance major Paul Nonnenmacher found out he had germ cell testicular cancer last year. He was forced to drop out of school for treatment. Now, he's back in his home away from home at the music building playing the instrument he loves. UM News reporter/photographer Adrienne Ellsworth learned how his near-death experience has changed his perspective on life.

Students protest for Occupy Missoula

University of Montana students pepper the Missoula County Court House lawn protesting corporate greed in the nation. They protest whenever they can between classes and work. Students have different reasons for their involvement, but they still show up everyday to take part in Occupy Missoula.
UM News reporter Tara Oster and photographer Maegan Simmons found two students that seem willing to forgo sleep to be a part of the movement.

Alternative Smoking on the University of Montana Campus

The University of Montana's Tobacco Free Policy went into effect this August semester. UM student William Kincaid is one of many students exploring alternative cigarettes. He says he's smoked for 11 years, but no longer on campus. Kincaid admits that he hasn't smoked for the last six days because of the looks people give him. To find out more information about the UM Tobacco Free Plan click here. UM News reporter Faith Cronin and photographer Scott Ranf have the story.

Students gear up for the winter season at the outdoor sale

Outdoor opportunities draw students from all over the country to the University of Montana. Now that colder weather has set in on campus students are taking full advantage of the Outdoor Program and the gear sale to be ready when the snow comes.
UM News reporter Katherine Kettering and photographer Dizhi Ge went to the sale and checked out the wide variety of winter equipment the program offers.

UM News for October 12, 2011

University of Montana senior broadcast journalism majors Dustin Klemann and Emily Foster anchor today's edition of UM News. Adrienne Ellsworth produced and Scott Ranf directed the broadcast. UM News airs Thursday mornings at 8:25 a.m. on KPAX-TV in Missoula and KAJ-TV in Kalispell. UM News is a production of the Department of Radio-Television and the School of Journalism at the University of Montana.

The UM campus served as the stage for a variety of dances performed by UM dance students.

Dance on Location showcased everything from juggling and ballet to hoolah-hooping and expressive theatrics. The audience strolled from location to location enjoying a different style of dance at each stop. The two day event was coordinated by The University of Montana School of Theater and Dance. All of the dances were choreographed and performed by University of Montana students. Dance major, Emily Cohen, says the event is an excellent way for young choreographer like herself to learn new skills. Reporter/photographer Faith Cronin chatted with Cohen to find out how her first Dance on Location twirled out.

University of Montana College Radio Station Competes At Spontaneous Construction

Employees from the University of Montana's college radio station built more than playlists for a contest called Spontaneous Construction, also known as SponCon. Reporter Emily Foster and photographer Bernie Riggs found out how KBGA used 100% recycled building materials from Home Resource to create a sustainable art form.

Student shares coming out story for LGBT awareness

October is the awareness month for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community or LGBT. The University of Montana held a special event on Tuesday in support of National Coming Out Day. The event was put on by the Student Involvement Network and the LAMBDA Alliance for students to share their stories.
Flute performance major Derek Loerzel said his coming out wasn't a horror story, but he hopes everyone can learn something from his experiences.
UM News reporter Tara Oster and photographer Brad Peers talked with Loerzel about his decision to come out. For more information about upcoming diversity events on campus, click here.

Open Mic Night

The University of Montana's UC Game Room is home to a bi-monthly Open Mic Night. Comedians and musicians of all walks of life come to perform in the pool hall to a modest crowd. Brother and sister duo Meggie and Boston McDonald have performed in front of crowds numbering in the thousands, but enjoy coming back to Open Mic Night and the intimacy of the smaller crowd.

University of Montana's Triathlon Club Deals With the Elements

The University of Montana’s Triathlon Team or Tri-Team has already started training for their race season this spring. The team battles Montana’s elements to build a sturdy training base. Tri Team President, Hannah Riedel, says having the team aspect gives the solo sport a unique twist. In the past the Tri-Team has proved a viable competitor on the national scene, and has produced several professional triathletes. The team plans to continue their hard work and show up ready to race come spring. For more click here.

Students and faculty take action to end hate and prejudice

Students and faculty gathered in circles Wednesday night at the University of Montana. They shared experiences and stories of hate and prejudice they've encountered hoping to end hate once and for all.
this event is sponsored by University center diversity programs.UM News reporters Beth Beechie and Dizhi Ge went to the meeting and learned how to always have an open mind and an open heart.

UM Hosts Rack N' Roll Roller Derby in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness

The Hellgate Rollergirls faced off against Kalispell in their last bout of the season. The Rollergirls teamed up with the Tough Enough to Wear Pink campaign for the Rack N' Roll Roller Derby bout. Bumps and bruises are nothing new to these girls who are in it to win it in the fight against breast cancer. UM News reporter Stephanie Hansen and photographer Matt DeBray strapped on their skates and made their way to the University of Montana's Adams Center to find out what this bout was all about.

UM News for October 5, 2011

University of Montana senior broadcast journalism majors Beth Beechie and Adrienne Ellsworth anchor today's edition of UM News. Faith Cronin produced and Dizhi Ge directed the broadcast. UM News airs Thursday mornings at 8:25 a.m. on KPAX-TV in Missoula and KAJ-TV in Kalispell. UM News is a production of the Department of Radio-Television and the School of Journalism at the University of Montana.

New solar panels generate sustainable energy for Todd Building

Four Environmental Studies students worked on a proposal all last semester to get a wind turbine on campus. But they soon discovered a turbine would only save $24.00 per year on energy. With three weeks left in the semester, their plans had to change.

With the help of funding from the KRELF Fund, support from the School of Extended and Lifelong Learning, and various other sustainability groups on campus, ten new solar panels sit on top of the Todd Building on the University of Montana Campus.

These panels could potentially save the Todd Building .8 percent of their total energy costs each month, but the School of Extended and Lifelong Learning plans to add ten additional panels in the coming years.

UM News reporter/photographer Tara Oster took a closer look at the potential savings these panels could give the university. To learn more about ASUM sustainability initiatives, click here.

Osprey Internet Sensation Helps Scientists

Heiko Langner, Director of UM's Enviromental Biogeochemistry lab, set up three different webcams overlooking Osprey nests to help him gauge mercury levels in Montana's rivers. The birds became an internet sensation with the public, receiving hit after hit on their website. While Langner says he didn't realize that there would be so many fans, he is thankful of the community's desire to know more about the birds. UM News reporter Adrienne Ellsworth and photographer Katie Radford discovered just how the birds of prey were aiding in UM's research.